Many women, for unknown reasons, have an inexplicable fear of washing curtains. Comparable, perhaps, to the unexpected during Sunday breakfast with your current boyfriend. And, I can definitely say - in vain! In fact, everything is very simple! Curtains, curtains, curtains, tulle, as well as all kinds of lambrequins, in fact, are our allies in, and in no case are objects that contribute to anxiety and other negative emotions.

We women are called upon not only to create comfort in our family nest, but also regularly wash, wash and clean the surrounding area. And if your man is a heavy smoker, you will have to wash the curtains more often than usual. But at the same time, it is not forbidden to regularly remind him about the dangers of smoking. So, tips for washing curtains are a collection of some rules that will be useful to you at each stage.

Regardless of what materials are used in the manufacture of curtains, I recommend washing them in an automatic machine. No need to bother about hand washing, no household effort is worth the premature aging of the skin of the hands, and subsequent spending on, and a fresh, beautiful manicure. Therefore, initially, when choosing curtains, be sure to combine fashion trends, beauty and, most importantly , practicality!

1. Carefully remove the curtains from the mountings, see if the baguette hook is attached directly to the curtain. Fasteners falling into the drum of the washing machine can damage it.
2. Sort the curtains, washing modes are also different for different types of fabrics.
3. Do not share kitchen curtains with others. We cook in the kitchen and they get dirty faster.
4. For washing curtains made of thick fabrics use a temperature regime of 40 degrees, for products from organza- 30. In each case, wash should be gentle, set, if possible, "Delicate" or "Hand" wash.
5. If the capabilities of the washing machine allow, use the Anti-crease mode.
6. remember, that conditioner is necessary when washing curtains, after all, a fresh smell in our home is thus provided for a long time!
7. It is not forbidden to apply the "Double Rinse", but leave the "Extra Spin" for jeans.
8. The main thing is that immediately after washing, the curtains require immediate hanging or ironing.
9. Organza curtains hang up immediately, they are usually semi-dry and if not hung up immediately, they are likely to wrinkle.
10. For thicker curtains with draperies, the approach should be slightly changed. After washing, carefully, without kinks, hang them to dry slightly. Then, while they are damp, iron the draperies using the appropriate setting for the curtain fabric and immediately hang them in place.
11. Roller blinds, usually, they are made of rather dense materials, and you still have to iron them after washing. Do not overdry the product, ironing should be on a damp roller blind, with a hot iron, but quickly.
12. For washing lambrequins apply rules appropriate item 10... If you do not iron the folds while they are still wet, you will have to rinse them again.
13. Washing white tulle- the only exception to the concept of the global machine washable advantage. Still, it is better to soak the tulle in water for a couple of hours, adding a little table salt there. Then squeeze out, and into the washing machine. Add the appropriate amount of bleach, powder for "white" and your tulle will be as good as new! Of course, do not forget to shake it thoroughly at the end of the wash and hang it up to dry completely.

How to wash cotton curtains? Neatly!

Finally, special attention should be paid to washing. thread (or rope) curtains... They look great, bring in, and contribute to the creation of a special charm in the atmosphere of the house. Of course, they do not perform the functions of protection from dawn or dusk, but they can add variety to the design of some of your premises, which require not only functionality, but also romance. And works wonders of love!

After it is finished, unfasten the curtain, shake it well so that there are no waves after the braid, and immediately hang it to dry directly on the baguette. Thus, it will be smoothed out automatically.

It is we, dear women, who have to, therefore, do not create problems for yourself at the stage of selection curtains, curtains, curtains and tulle. Consider the peculiarities of the material from which they are made, and the complexity of the drapery, which you will need to smooth out after washing, spending at least 2 hours of your precious time on these actions.

Thrift, of course, is welcomed by representatives of the opposite sex, aspiring and prosperous businessmen are very much appreciated in them. However, we girls need time to take care of ourselves, our appearance and figure, and not fanatically tatting and ironing the curtains. Otherwise, the husband may run away to a communal apartment to a perky girl with two cats and an incomplete higher education, who has no idea what a dirty word is. lambrequin»!

I hope you are convinced that, in fact, washing curtains is not such a difficult process as to take a lot of time, nerves and efforts. Better use these resources in the mainstream!